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But the "Writ" was served by an authorized mode -- / Not "personal," but as prescribed by the "Code;" / Commissioners appointed, one, two and three, / In matters "ex-parte" must surely agree.
But now he displayed both wisdom and pluck, / His head was all right, and so was his luck; / Sir Thomas appeared in a legalized way, / By Counsel appeared, and presented a "Stay"," / An "Order of Court"," which all must abide, / The first step to set all proceedings aside.